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Venice is located on the A4 motorway between Milan and Trieste. The A57 ring road circles Mestre and provides quick access to the Alps or Adriatic beaches.
The historic lagoon city does not allow cars. You must park your campervan on the mainland or at Tronchetto island, then take a vaporetto water-bus into the center.
Mestre streets use ZTL limited traffic cameras. These cameras automatically fine any vehicle without a permit. Watch for signs and avoid restricted areas.
Motorway tolls work with a ticket system. Take a ticket when you enter and pay when you exit. Campervans under 3.5 tons that are over 1.3 meters high at the front axle are Class B vehicles and pay higher rates than cars.
Wild camping is prohibited throughout Italy and fines can be high. You must use official campsites or Aree di Sosta areas designed for motorhomes.
A guarded Park and Ride facility beside Mestre railway station offers long-stay parking spaces. A fifteen-minute train or bus ride connects to Venice from there.
| Site | Type | Distance to Venice Center |
|---|---|---|
| Camping Fusina | Lagoon campsite | ~15 min by ferry |
| Area Sosta Tronchetto | Urban Stellplatz | 300 m to vaporetto pier |
Area di Sosta is the Italian term for a basic motorhome parking area. These areas provide water, waste disposal points and charge a nightly fee of about €5–20.
Wild camping rules are determined by region, but it is generally prohibited in Italy, and fines can be heavy (€100-500). If unsure about a certain region check online or visit an information center.
There are plenty of campsites in Italy starting around €20 ($21 USD) per night
All drivers must have a current and full driver’s license to rent a vehicle.
For foreign licenses, an International Driving Permit is required. In addition, some companies require the driver to have held your license for a certain period of time (usually 1-3 years).
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.